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Nate Hermanson

Jun 249 min read

REVIEW: Until Then's beautiful recreation of the Philippines is only matched by its emotional metaphysical journey

One of the most genuine representations of Filipino culture in gaming, Until Then is an emotionally resonant story about human connection.

Rincs

May 124 min read

LudoNarraCon Mini-Preview: Fishbowl looks to be an emotional story of loss, loneliness and finding the joy of life through it all

Fishbowl's LudoNarraCon demo gives a look at a heartfelt slice of life, centering connections across distance, coming of age, and loss.

Nate Hermanson

Oct 9, 20238 min read

Narrative RPG Long Gone Days centers humanity in a time of war - PAX West 2023 hands-on/interview

As Long Gone Days approached its October release date, we talked with Lead Programmer Camilo Valderrama at PAX West.

Rincs

Sep 3, 20235 min read

Bitsummit 2023: Fishbowl is an emotional odyssey of self-discovery and connection

The fishbowl is deep. The emotions are deeper. In Fishbowl, explore a coming-of-age story about staying connected and dealing with grief.

Nate Hermanson

Jun 23, 20235 min read

REVIEW: Hello Goodboy has you paying it forward and petting the dog

There are wholesome games, and then there are games designed for kids. We think Hello Goodboy is probably the latter.

Nate Hermanson

May 24, 20238 min read

REVIEW: Sunshine Shuffle contains multitudes - crime, cute animals, and heartbreaking writing

Sunshine Shuffle whisks you away for a cruise with poker, sunshine, ska, and organized crime.

Nate Hermanson

Oct 22, 20216 min read

REVIEW: A delicate dance of romance and revolution — Ambition: A Minuet in Power

Wield your influence, sexuality and keen listening as you sell valuable secrets and navigate revolution igniting in the streets of France.

Nate Hermanson

Jun 21, 20216 min read

REVIEW: Minute of Islands hits hard with its haunting beauty

Between satisfying mechanical interactions and an affecting story, narrative puzzler Minute of Islands is one that will stick with players.

Julie Cooper

Jun 19, 20214 min read

E3 2021 Mini-Preview: Read between the lines in Letters - A Written Adventure

Read (and walk) between the lines in this word-based puzzle platformer, where the action happens on the page and words have power.

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